
Field trip: Conditioning Hiking Series
CHS 1 Hike - Dog Mountain Loop (Columbia River)
Springtime wildflower blooms and stunning views make Dog Mountain one of the most popular hiking areas in the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area
- Sun, May 19, 2024
- Seattle Hiking Committee
- Day Hiking
- Adults
- Strenuous
- Moderate
- Mileage: 7.0 mi
- Elevation Gain: 2,855 ft
- Pace: 1.5-2 mph or whatever is comfortable for the group
- 4 (7 capacity)
- 1 (3 capacity)
- Cancellation & Refund Policy
Meet at the trailhead ready to hike at 8 am. Parking at the trailhead is limited and requires a parking permit ($2) and a NW Forest Pass or $5 fee. Obtaining permits is competitive. Get a login at resevations.gov and sign in to https://www.recreation.gov/timed-entry/10091444/ticket/10091445 at 7 am on Thursday 5/16 to get a permit. Alternatively, there is a free shuttle. Find info at https://www.ridecatbus.org/dog-mountain-shuttle/ The first one gets to the trailhead at 7:50. We will wait if it is delayed.
Dog Mountain Loop (Columbia River)
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Green Trails Columbia River Gorge West No. 428S
Green Trails Hood River No. 430
Trails Illustrated Columbia River Gorge - See full route/place details.
Required Equipment
Ten Essential Systems
- Navigation (map & compass)
- Sun protection (sunglasses & sunscreen)
- Insulation (extra clothing)
- Illumination (headlamp/flashlight)
- First-aid supplies
- Fire (waterproof matches/lighter/candle)
- Repair kit and tools
- Nutrition (extra food)
- Hydration (extra water)
- Emergency shelter (tent/plastic tube tent/garbage bag)